Max Loss Calculator
Your breach level is the line between keeping and losing your funded account. Know exactly where it is for every account size and drawdown type.
Never Breach Again
Max loss breaches account for the majority of prop firm terminations. The pattern is always the same: a trader has a bad day, revenge trades to recover, and blows through the max loss threshold in a single session. Vigil auto-alerts you at 70% and 90% of your limit so you stop before you breach.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is max loss on a prop firm?
Max loss (also called max drawdown) is the maximum amount your account equity can decline before the firm terminates your account. On FTMO with 10% max drawdown on a $100K account, your max loss is $10,000. If equity drops below $90,000, the account is terminated.
How is max loss calculated on trailing drawdown?
With trailing drawdown, your max loss distance shrinks as your equity reaches new highs. If you start at $100K with $10K max loss, grow to $105K, then the floor rises to $95K. You now only have $10K of room from the peak, but only $10K from your current balance -- the same distance. The danger is that after giving back gains, you have less absolute room.
What happens if I exceed max loss?
Your account is terminated immediately. You lose access to the funded account and must purchase a new evaluation to try again. The termination is automatic and irreversible. This is why knowing your exact max loss threshold at all times is critical.
How do I avoid hitting max loss?
Three rules: (1) Risk no more than 1% of your daily loss limit per trade, (2) Stop trading after 2-3 consecutive losses in a session, (3) Know your exact remaining buffer at all times. Use the Vigil drawdown tracker to get real-time alerts at 70% and 90% of your limit.